How to be the CFO of your household Ever wondered what it would be like to control millions (or even billions) of dollars? For chief financial officers, it’s an everyday reality. The financial controllers of large companies spend their days reviewing income and expenses, working on profit improvement projects, approving expenses, and making tough calls […]

You may have already given thought to some health-related wellness goals for 2018, but what about your financial wellness? AMP research has revealed that a quarter of Australian workers have difficulty in making ends meet, with the most common triggers for financial stress found to be bad debt, the need to save for retirement and […]

Week 1 – Starting your plan and SMART goal setting Most of us have plans for the future. Maybe it’s a dream holiday, paying off our debt, retiring early, building up a share portfolio, running a marathon, or saving enough for a house deposit. Some of us will succeed but many of us won’t. One […]

Everyone loves saving a dollar or two, and one place it really pays to stretch your money further is on holidays. After all, the more cost-effective your holidays are, the more of them you can afford to have! If you’re still searching for a destination to escape to this summer, we’ve got some suggestions below […]

If you’re stressed about where your money goes, overwhelmed by debt or don’t have any cash set aside for emergencies, now’s the time to think about getting your finances in order before the good times of summer arrive. To help you on your way, we’ve got a five day challenge. All you need to do […]

Saving money is a good thing no matter what time of year it is, but if you’re yet to implement an approach that works, here are some ideas to kick off a new season. Leave your credit card at home It might sound like an obvious one, but taking out cash rather than a credit […]

Some hobbies are expensive, but you can still do what you love with some careful planning. Whether you love climbing mountains, playing golf, racing go-karts or photography, some passions can get very pricey, very quickly. Between club memberships, specialised equipment, tournaments, and auctions, it’s very easy for your spending to soar. Hobbies are important for […]

It’s that time of year again when it feels as though everyone you know is escaping winter to head off across the world on a fabulous holiday (and sharing many photos to prove it). Whether you’re about to head off on a travelling adventure yourself, or your planning is still in the dreaming stage, take […]

To work, or not to work? That is the question many Australian women (and some men) have to consider after having children. Sadly, both options can have long-term negative financial consequences. While it would seem obvious that not working is likely to set your bank balance back, going back to work can also be costly. […]

The good news is, not all shopping is bad for us! I’m going to work through all the big-ticket items I think you should pay close attention to, so that you can try to find the best deals. Bank accounts Do you have a lot of bank accounts that don’t pay you interest and are […]